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The Health Benefits Of Okra

April 6, 2018 smitsa 0

Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) is a widely cultivated and consumed vegetable in tropical and subtropical countries. It is also known as bhindi or lady’s fingers, in […]

Tamarind husks

Tamarind

April 6, 2018 smitsa 0

Tamarind is a tropical fruit native to tropical Africa and the Indian sub-continent. The tamarind trees have now spread to the tropical Americas. Tamarind fruits […]

South Indian breakfast with a vada doughnut. at the front, idli and chutney.

Vada

April 6, 2018 smitsa 0

Vadas are doughnuts which are often served along with idlis, a coconut chutney and a sambar (sambhar). A plate of vadas is often served as […]

Cone shape masala dosa with sambar and chutney, south Indian breakfast

Preparing A Sambar

April 6, 2018 smitsa 2

The sambar is a traditional lentil vegetable stew with tamarind. It is often served with the fluffy savoury rice and lentil pancakes called idlis, or […]

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Blueberry And Pomegranate Sorbet

April 4, 2018 smitsa 0

Serves 4; Preparation time: 20 – 25 minutes Ingredients: 180g blueberries 200ml pomegranate juice not concentrate 130ml water 75g sugar 2 tablespoons cornstarch or tapioca […]